I removed the damaged cover and repaired the bent portion of the cover and replaced the cover, thinking that was the end of it.
The next day I tested the unit and found a band switch with three band position contacts completely burned away.
Because the unit was sold as being in EXCELLENT condition, and wasn't, I requested a refund from the seller, who refused.
I escalated the matter to PayPal to discover PayPal will not process claims if the unit is not is the same condition as it arrived. Even, if it is in better condition, due to a buyer's repair work.
Lessons Learned:
- 1) Test the equipment right out of the box. Don't fix or clean anything.
2) Keep a written record of all faults discovered as well as the methods you used to test the unit.
3) Don't repair or attempt to repair any faults found with the item, don't even replace a blown fuse.
4) Take pictures of any and all damage you discover, if possible.
5) Keep ALL of the packing material until your fully accept the item.
6) Prepare any statements to PayPal PRIOR to contacting them--the PayPal site has a time limit and you will find yourself repeating some of the input due to being "timed out."
K4ICL